As federal and state officials continue to provide guidance to organizations about how best to prevent the spread of coronavirus, the Bishops of Ohio have announced that they are temporarily suspending all publicly celebrated Masses and liturgies through Holy Week and Easter.
In a letter to parishoners, the Bishops of Ohio wrote, "This decision is not taken lightly and, as your bishops, causes us great sadness. However, after consultation with the governor and health officials, we are convinced that this is the most prudent and necessary action. Science has proven that participation in public gatherings significantly increases the risk of contagion. This poses a serious danger to those especially most vulnerable."
The letter closes with this message: "Please join us in praying for all who are suffering from illness or disease of any kind, for all health care workers, and for an easing of the anxiety and tension caused by this situation. Relying on the motherly care of Our Lady, we unite our sufferings to those of Our Lord Jesus Christ, who is our healing and our hope."
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